Welcome to
New Hampshire.
Welcome
h o m e.
Stay Work Play is a nonprofit working to make it easier for young people to thrive in the Granite State.
Why New Hampshire?
We hate to brag, but…
When you have direct access to an extraordinary mountain range, a breathtaking lakes region, and an impressive stretch of coastline all boasting more outdoor activities than we could name in this sentence…what’s not to love?!
Not to mention, we’re within easy travel distance to great cities like Boston, Portland, Burlington, and Montreal…and if you’re looking to travel a bit further away, the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport has you covered with direct and connecting flights to multiple destinations.
So come and see what makes us such a great place to live for young people, and young families. Take a look at our regional offerings below, and put your roots down in the Granite State!
EXPLORE OUR REGIONS
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Ideal for those seeking the more rugged and remote expanse of nature and all it has to offer, the Great North Woods encompasses the northernmost landscapes of NH as it borders Canada.
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Home to some of New Hampshire’s most scenic and well-traveled attractions, the White Mountains offers a winter wonderland of outdoor activities quintessential to life and leisure in the 603.
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Discover an entirely separate collection of lakes and mountains in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region, with no shortage of history, culture, and world-class education to be found as well.
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Pick a lake, any lake! Many come to live out their most amazing summer dreams from Lake Winnipesaukee to Newfound Lake (one of the cleanest in the world, by the way!), it’s safe to say “boredom” is a word seldom uttered in this region.
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From the idyllic and historic streets of Portsmouth and Exeter, to the sun-soaked beaches of Rye and Hampton, the Seacoast has no shortage of offerings no matter the season.
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Pro tip: A scenic drive to see the fall foliage in the Monadnock Region gets you away from the crowds that flock north every year with just as much beauty- but you didn’t hear it from us! Plus, you’ll experience a myriad of arts and culture in addition many outdoor activities for each season.
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Home to the state capital and our largest city, the Merrimack Valley is bustling with opportunities for young people; both in their careers and with plenty to do in their free time! Explore the arts and culture, great bars and restaurants, and still find plenty to do outside when you need a break from it all!
What we’ve been up to lately:
We've released our 2025 Policy Positions Report, outlining our positions on key legislation during the regular session that critically affects the ability for young people to stay in, or move to,
New Hampshire.
Take a look at the full document below.
